Embark on a private journey through rural Japan on our Tokyo Countryside Tour. Experience local food, stunning views, and encounters with wildlife. Escape the tourist traps and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Japanese countryside.
Embark on a private journey through rural Japan on our Tokyo Countryside Tour. Experience local food, stunning views, and encounters with wildlife. Escape the tourist traps and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Japanese countryside.
- Hanno - Experience the Bamboo Temple nestled deep within the mountains. This ancient temple is dedicated to the Buddhist King Gozu, who is depicted with the head of a cow and the body of a man. The temple complex is home to gentle wild deer and monkeys, who observe visitors with a shy demeanor.
- Saitama Prefecture - Visit Koma Shrine,…
- Hanno - Experience the Bamboo Temple nestled deep within the mountains. This ancient temple is dedicated to the Buddhist King Gozu, who is depicted with the head of a cow and the body of a man. The temple complex is home to gentle wild deer and monkeys, who observe visitors with a shy demeanor.
- Saitama Prefecture - Visit Koma Shrine, dedicated to the Korean kings of the Tang Dynasty.
- Ne-no-gongen - Following the Bamboo Temple, explore the nearby Ne-no-gongen Shrine. Situated atop the mountains, it offers stunning views for hikers and is a place to pray for healthy legs and backs.
- Ogose-machi - Discover the mountains, temples, shrines, and waterfalls of rural Japan. Visit the Dragon Taming Temple, where the monk communicates telepathically with the carp in the pond beside the temple. Enjoy the serene Japanese countryside.
- Saitama - Explore the Torii Pagoda, located deep in the mountains. It once housed the bones of Xuanzang, the Chinese monk who traveled to India during the Tang Dynasty.
- Saitama - Drive past Lake Arima Dam, the inspiration for the Ghibli film, “My Neighbor Totoro.”
- Lunch
- Lunch
This is a private tour. Experience the local cuisine while enjoying the picturesque countryside. Although it’s close to Tokyo, it feels like a different world. Escape the crowds just 1.5 hours from Tokyo. The lush green moss conceals the countryside from the city. The wildlife, including wild deer, boar, monkeys, and occasionally bears, are ready to…
This is a private tour. Experience the local cuisine while enjoying the picturesque countryside. Although it’s close to Tokyo, it feels like a different world. Escape the crowds just 1.5 hours from Tokyo. The lush green moss conceals the countryside from the city. The wildlife, including wild deer, boar, monkeys, and occasionally bears, are ready to welcome you. The views are breathtaking, and the locals are incredibly friendly. Join the operator on a journey to the mountains, exploring rural Japan, a place rich in history spanning thousands of years. Every season showcases its magic in vibrant colors here. Avoid the typical tourist spots and visit where many Japanese go to unwind. It’s a place frozen in time, magical in its beauty, where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the peace. The tour’s uniqueness lies in experiencing the drive through the countryside, with occasional stops at scenic spots, waterfalls, lakes, shrines, or temples.
- I cannot take people mobility issues because it is not safe for people with wheelchair chair clients.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.